The Production Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of manufacturing and assembly activities for loitering munition systems, with full ownership of production processes executed by subcontractors. The role ensures compliance with quality standards, delivery schedules, cost targets, and defense regulatory requirements.
This position combines operational leadership, hands-on production oversight, subcontractor management, and close collaboration with engineering and quality teams in a dynamic and security-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee all manufacturing and assembly processes performed by two subcontractors
• Manage daily interfaces with subcontractors, including planning, coordination, performance control, and continuous improvement
• Define work instructions (WI), production processes, control points, and KPIs
• Ensure on-time delivery, quality compliance, and output targets
• Execute production plans received from Planning (PPC) and translate them into actionable manufacturing activities
• Balance workload between subcontractors and optimize work allocation
• Monitor production progress, identify bottlenecks, and resolve deviations
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, and Quality
• Ensure implementation of quality procedures, defense standards, and regulatory requirements
• Lead failure investigations and implement corrective actions
• Prepare production for customer audits, internal audits, and regulatory inspections
• Collaborate closely with the Quality Manager
• Lead DFM/DFA processes with Engineering
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) and transition from development to production
• Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing, assembly, testing, and debugging processes
• Initiate cost reduction, assembly time optimization, and reliability improvement initiatives
• Provide ongoing reporting to management on production status, risks, and performance metrics
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electronics – significant advantage
• Practical Engineer with proven defense manufacturing experience – acceptable
• 5+ years of experience in Production / Operations / Subcontractor Management
• Proven experience working with subcontractors – mandatory
• Experience in defense, aerospace, or electro-mechanical environments – strong advantage
• Experience with complex systems, integration, and delicate assemblies
• Familiarity with quality processes, audits, and defense regulations
Core Competencies
• End-to-end process leadership
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Assertiveness with suppliers and subcontractors combined with collaborative approach
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-changing environment
• System-level thinking and strong problem-solving skills
• Hands-on approach – not a desk-only role
Languages
• Native Hebrew
• Strong technical English
Additional Notes
This is a key role with direct impact on the company’s delivery capability.
The position combines field work, management, engineering collaboration, and process leadership within a defense-oriented, technological, and dynamic environment.
